Birth of the Cool - Jazz & Poetry April 16, 2011

Led by: William Evans

Explore the relationship of jazz and poetry, its rhythmic and lyrical styles and its historical context, particularly in relationship to the cool jazz period of post-war United States.

On Saturday, April 2, join William Evans at the Thurber House and begin writing your own poetry/spoken word. Learn poetry mechanics and basics; create, improvise and explore poetry and music in this unique workshop opportunity.

The class will join together again on Saturday, April 16, in the galleries of the Columbus Museum of Art to perform their new written works with a live jazz trio amongst period artwork.

Don’t miss this opportunity to express your creativity and spend time with others in this unique workshop format.

Registration $10.00 community partners / $15.00 general admission

Register online:
http://www.thejazzacademy.com/secure/spring-and-summer-2011-registration/

Join Mark Flugge and Jim Powell for “Birth of the Cool,” April 29-30 at 8:00 pm in the Lincoln Theatre as part of the Inside Track concert series. For tickets and information click here or call 614.469.0939.